DOJ emphasizes need to come into full compliance with its new rule by July 8.
By Jennifer Archie, Heather B. Deixler, Clayton Northouse, Michael Rubin, Max Mazzelli, Brianna Gordon, and Kiara Vaughn
On April 11, 2025, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) released guidance regarding its final rule, known
The draft law proposes a data embassy ecosystem and comprehensive framework in Saudi Arabia, promoting its position as a global AI hub.
By Brian Meenagh, Ksenia Koroleva, and Faisal Imam*
On April 14, 2025, Saudi Arabia’s Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) issued a consultation draft of a “Global AI Hub
The guidelines specify the requirements for data controllers to conduct risk assessments related to the transfer or disclosure of personal data outside the Kingdom.
By Brian Meenagh, Calum Docherty, Faisal Imam,* and Ksenia Koroleva
The Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has released non-binding guidelines for assessing risks when transferring or
The CJEU has decided that the maximum thresholds for GDPR fines should be calculated using the global turnover of the broader corporate group, not solely the infringing entity.
By Gail Crawford, Fiona M. Maclean, Myria Saarinen, Tim Wybitul, Isabelle Brams, and Amy Smyth
The penalties provisions of the EU General
The draft guidelines provide further clarification to the EDPB’s interpretation of legitimate interests, and suggest a potential divergence with the UK ICO.
By Gail Crawford, Fiona Maclean, Myria Saarinen, Tim Wybitul, Alice Brunning, and Calum Docherty
On 8 October 2024, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) released draft Guidelines 1/2024
The Act establishes the world’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for AI, and is expected to shape the future of AI regulation and governance both within and beyond the EU.
By Elisabetta Righini, Hanno F. Kaiser, Tim Wybitul, Fiona M. Maclean, and Michael H. Rubin
After three years of legislative debate, the
The PDPL has broad extraterritorial scope and substantial penalties for non-compliance, with full enforcement expected to start in September.
By Brian A. Meenagh and Lucy Tucker
The Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) is the first comprehensive data protection law in Saudi Arabia. The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) is expected to start full
The court determined that mere infringement of the GDPR is insufficient for a damages claim, but that there is no minimum threshold for non-material damages.
By Tim Wybitul, Myria Saarinen, Isabelle Brams, Floriane Cruchet, Camille Dorval, Charlotte Guerin, Lara Nonninger, and Hayley Pizzey
In a recent judgment (